Complementary Wellness

Unsightly and often smelly, mould in the home is something we all want to avoid. But the problems associated with mould go much further than sight and smell - it can also cause serious health problems.  Mould is a type of fungus, which…

A natural healing system which has been used for centuries, Reiki offers healing benefits without the side effects that medications can result in. It works by passing a flow of powerful positive energies through the body by touch points…

It's a natural instinct to touch an area of your body when it's in pain - the human touch conveys serenity, warmth and healing. Animals even follow this instinct, licking an area of their body when it is wounded or in pain. This basic act…

Colour is something we see everyday, from the clothes we pick out to wear in the morning to the magazines we read in an evening - but can colours really be the answer when it comes to healing? It seems that in ancient Indian medicine,…

There are some wellness concerns that aren’t worth the bother of getting treatment for, but can still be a real pain in the backside. However, whether it’s smelly feet, sunburn or constipation, there are complementary remedies you can use…

Bonfires are a great way to deal with garden waste and people love the thrill of gathering around a bonfire with family and friends. However, if you are planning to light a bonfire in your garden, it’s important to plan ahead as many…

When it comes to healthy eating, the way you cook your food is just as important as the types of food you choose. Methods such as roasting and frying can be high in fat, which is why grilling or boiling are healthier options. One of the…

Ever since everyone went wacko for wheatgrass, complementary wellness experts have been trying to create new concoctions of green sludge that promise astonishing benefits to your wellbeing. Now, you can give yourself a wellness boost with…

What better way to enjoy outdoor life than by inviting friends or family round for a tasty barbecue? With so many types available, from small kettle versions to gas-powered barbecues and tin disposables, there’s one to fit any size garden.…

How many calories does an egg have? It will depend on how it is cooked; if it is poached, scrambled, boiled or fried. However, this superfood needs to be a part of our daily diet. One of the most pervasive health myths of our time is that…

From aromatherapy to reflexology, people use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to address all matters of health concern, but when it comes to the pain and disability associated with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoarthritis (OA),…

Recently the journal Psychological Science published a study by PhD student Helen Weng, which suggested that adults can learn how to be more compassionate by listening to meditation CDs, or repeating positive phrases such as ‘may you have…

We lead busy lives these days, with worries about bills and juggling work and social lives. All of this worry and anxiety builds up to leave us feeling incredibly stressed, which can have a negative impact on our health in a number of ways.…

There’s no substitute for fresh air and outdoor play to help children feel healthy and happy. Interacting with nature is invaluable to a child’s development in terms of self-esteem, self-confidence and good health. Children, increasingly,…

Smaller and cheaper than ever before, microwaves have come a long way in the past few decades and are now a staple item in most family kitchens. With the ability to cook meals in minutes, microwaves fit perfectly with today’s busy…

Not taking responsibility for your own health is the reason why you’re stressed; you put your wellbeing into the hands of others and hope for the best. However, there’s a lot you can do to change what may otherwise happen to you, if you…

Nurses deal with highly stressful and traumatic experiences every day, which puts them at a higher risk of post-traumatic stress disorder - also known as PTSD. This anxiety disorder is diagnosed in over seven million adults in the US alone,…

Meditation is a practice which people have enjoyed for centuries, thanks to the many benefits it can offer you. A new study suggests that, alongside the health benefits it offers you such as reduced stress, it can also help people to become…

For parents and families that are looking for alternative ways to treat problems such as difficulty sleeping, anxiety or ADHD, natural medicine may provide them with exactly what they need. Many parents are unaware of how natural medicine…

Acupuncture is a popular choice for those looking for complementary wellness therapies, but what if you don’t like needles? According to Song-Hwi Chi, who has been practicing acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine for more than 20…

A few hundred years ago, it would have been normal for you to strip off and roll around naked in the nettles to alleviate rheumatic pains. These days, we prefer Western, modern medicine to complementary wellness therapies, but practitioners…

It’s natural to assume that gardening is one of the most eco-friendly pastimes. As long as you don’t go crazy with pesticides, artificial fertilisers or weed killers, then surely nothing could be greener than raising a few flowers and…

Several times a week, Annikki Egolf, a Child & Youth Care worker with the Cariboo Chilcotin Child Development Centre Association (CDC) in Canada, goes outside with different groups of children, planting vegetables and flowers in their…

There’s something so soothing about a nice bar of chocolate after a stressful day, but could chocolate serve as a complementary wellness therapy? According to David and Pamela Griffin, it can, as the Massachusetts husband and wife team are…

For older people, those who live alone or even happy families, pets can be wonderful enrichers of wellness, providing love, companionship, exercise and entertainment for many years. Now, a new study has shown that owning one type of pet in…

Acupuncture may be an effective way of treating diabetes. A study has revealed that the ancient Chinese practice can lower blood glucose levels that are linked to diabetes and also to obesity. This is the second recent study that has…

When planning your garden for the coming year, make space for plants that do double duty. Edible flowers look attractive and add extra interest and nutrition to side dishes such as salads. Even if you don’t have a particularly big garden,…

Of the various pots, pans and dishes used in the kitchen, the wok is the most versatile of all. Easy to use for a number of cooking methods, it is a useful tool to prepare quick, fresh, healthy food all through the year. Metal woks were…

If you keep baking soda in the kitchen, chances are you only use it for one thing: Baking. But baking soda has many other uses, so here are a few things you may not know about this versatile powder. Also known as sodium bicarbonate (or…

Advances in modern healthcare are among the reasons why we are now living longer than ever before. But the challenge of caring for an ageing population is one that is exercising the minds of governments around the world. In Singapore, a…